Ryokan Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu
111-0032 Tokyo-to, Taito-ku, Asakusa 1-31-11, Japan – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 851 reviews)
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The experience of Japanese home style of the olden days .
United States of AmericaRooms are good size and futons are clean and comfy. Proximity to Kaminarimon, Senso-ji is unbeatable. Transit access to, Ginza, Asakusa, Tobu and TX lines is convenient. Right side onsen is wonderful, great view and calming cypress smell. Almost every staff member speaks great English and is extremely courteous. The epitome of "omotenashi". Breakfast (only tried Japanese option) is tasty and they make a great cup of coffee which you could have even if you select the Japanese breakfast option.
United States of AmericaAt the center of activities yet quaint atmosphere. The wooden bath is a nice touch. Very reasonable Japanese breakfast (require advance reservation).
United States of AmericaBreakfast was GREAT and included live traditional music + you can wear (and I did), your Yukata from your room + slippers Did not about the public bath (missed it on booking) until arrived - as a first timer i looked up all the instructions (would be good to include in the room binder) - it was an amazing time after finally committing and made a great friend in the process!
JapanReally kind and helpful staff. The location is in the center of Asakusa and the Onsen on the 6 floor is a must do! The room are comfortable and nice.
Singapore1) the location. We arrived from Narita airport. We took a direct train to Asakusa and then a couple of minutes walk. Asakusa is great, lots of restaurants and a good subway connection via the Ginza line to Sibuya etc. It was also near the Skytree. I prefer the “village feel” of Asakusa to the bright lights in other parts of Tokyo. 2) the Ryokan experience was great. We stayed for two nights and had the Japanese breakfast both mornings. The food was delicious! 3) The bath with a view of the Skytree. 4) The very friendly and helpfull staff.
NetherlandsThe room is big size with traditional style and also near Sensiji temple and famous restuarant in Asakusa.
ThailandStaff is very friendly and helpful. The location is close to multiple trains and subways. And the ambiance is quiet and peaceful.
United States of AmericaI stayed in this hotel twice once in Western room and this time Japanese. I prefer the Japanese.
United States of AmericaLocation was walking distance from Sensoji. Great food and shopping close to inn. Friendly staff except for older man that was a grump.
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Joshua
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Hideko
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Stay in the heart of Tokyo – Excellent location – show map
Located in the Asakusa area, Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu has a history of 80 years. The accommodations features a view of the Tokyo Skytree from its Hinoki wood bath, a colorful breakfast and rice cooked in a rice cooking cauldron.
Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu is located a 5-minute walk from Asakusa Subway Station, near Nakamise-dori Street and Senso-ji Temple. Asakusa Subway Station provides direct access to Ueno, Shibuya and Ginza areas, and also to the Narita and Haneda international airports.
Japanese-style rooms and Western single rooms are available. Each guest room comes equipped with air conditioning, a satellite TV, a refrigerator and an private bathroom. Hairdryers, yukata robes, tea sets and mineral water are provided.
On-site restaurant Ajidokoro Hozuki offers breakfast at an additional charge per person, which is served between 07:30 – 09:00.
There is a bath for each gender on site and both the female and male baths offer a view of Senso-ji Temple’s Five-storied Pagoda.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Breakfast Info
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- Guests liked the view
- Guests said the area is good for shopping
See what guests loved the most:
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Donah
United States of America“The experience of Japanese home style of the olden days .”
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Joshua
United States of America
“Rooms are good size and futons are clean and comfy. Proximity to Kaminarimon, Senso-ji is unbeatable. Transit access to, Ginza, Asakusa, Tobu and TX lines is convenient. Right side onsen is wonderful, great view and calming cypress smell. Almost every staff member speaks great English and is extremely courteous. The epitome of "omotenashi". Breakfast (only tried Japanese option) is tasty and they make a great cup of coffee which you could have even if you select the Japanese breakfast option. ” Read more
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Hideko
United States of America
“At the center of activities yet quaint atmosphere. The wooden bath is a nice touch. Very reasonable Japanese breakfast (require advance reservation).”
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Sunny
Japan“Breakfast was GREAT and included live traditional music + you can wear (and I did), your Yukata from your room + slippers Did not about the public bath (missed it on booking) until arrived - as a first timer i looked up all the instructions (would be good to include in the room binder) - it was an amazing time after finally committing and made a great friend in the process!” Read more
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Andréa
Singapore“Really kind and helpful staff. The location is in the center of Asakusa and the Onsen on the 6 floor is a must do! The room are comfortable and nice. ”
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Monique
Netherlands“1) the location. We arrived from Narita airport. We took a direct train to Asakusa and then a couple of minutes walk. Asakusa is great, lots of restaurants and a good subway connection via the Ginza line to Sibuya etc. It was also near the Skytree. I prefer the “village feel” of Asakusa to the bright lights in other parts of Tokyo. 2) the Ryokan experience was great. We stayed for two nights and had the Japanese breakfast both mornings. The food was delicious! 3) The bath with a view of the Skytree. 4) The very friendly and helpfull staff.” Read more
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Totsawat
Thailand“The room is big size with traditional style and also near Sensiji temple and famous restuarant in Asakusa.”
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Deborah
United States of America
“Staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is close to multiple trains and subways. And the ambiance is quiet and peaceful. ”
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Mary
United States of America
“I stayed in this hotel twice once in Western room and this time Japanese. I prefer the Japanese. ”
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Kirby
United States of America
“Location was walking distance from Sensoji. Great food and shopping close to inn. Friendly staff except for older man that was a grump.”
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本物の江戸情緒を味わえる街、浅草。誰もがふと訪れてみたくなる人情味や屈託のない笑顔。この街に来ると皆ほっとした気分になります。雷門をくぐり、仲見世通りのお菓子や小物を品定めしながらの散歩。そんな仲見世の脇に旅館浅草指月があります。6階建になりましたが、おもてなしをする心は昔ながらの木造2階建旅館のまま。まさに浅草の雰囲気にぴったりの宿です。和室も数多くご用意してあります。6階の檜風呂に身を沈めながら、暮れゆく空に浅草寺五重塔のシルエットを眺めるとき、一日を無事に過ごせた感謝と我が身へのいたわりの想いがふと湧いてくる、そんなやすらぎの宿でありたいと願っております。 遠くから東京にこられる方は、ホテル暮らしの間のひとときを、お近くにお住まいの方でも、なつかしい時代で心とからだをやすめるために、旅館浅草指月にお越しいただければ幸いです。 和食が世界無形文化遺産に登録されました。 和食の基本は「だし」。前日から煮干しをなべに入れた味噌汁の「だし」です。 もう一つは「発酵」。お漬け物、味噌が発酵食品です。 見た目にも色彩豊かで、栄養バランスがとれた体によい食事です。釜で炊いたご飯と卵料理、かまぼこ、焼き魚、煮物、ごま入りの盛り合わせが入った当館の朝食を是非ご試食ください。
浅草の中心に位置する指月は、浅草観光にはもちろん、東京の各地へのアクセスもとても便利です！
Languages spoken: English, Japanese
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Asakusa Nakamise Street0 miles
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Dempoin Temple0.1 miles
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Kaminarimon Gate Senso-ji0.1 miles
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Denboin Garden0.1 miles
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Hozomon Gate0.1 miles
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Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center0.1 miles
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Ekimise Asakusa0.1 miles
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Asakusa Mokuba-kan0.2 miles
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Sensoji Temple0.2 miles
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Tokyo Skytree0.8 miles
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Ueno Station1.1 miles
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Tokyo Station2.7 miles
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Japan Imperial Palace3.1 miles
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Tokyo Tower4.7 miles
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Ikebukuro Station4.9 miles
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden5.2 miles
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Yoyogi Park6.3 miles
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Shibuya Station6.5 miles
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Shinagawa Station6.5 miles
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Mountain 浅草寺0.1 miles
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Subway Asakusa Station0.1 miles
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Tokyo International Airport10.9 miles
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Narita International Airport33.3 miles
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Ibaraki Airport47.5 miles
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Amenities of Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
- Daily housekeeping
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
When booking 10 rooms or more, or for 20 people or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact the property directly for more details.
To eat breakfast at the property, a reservation must be made at check-in.
Smoking is permitted in the designated lobby area.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
FAQs about Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu
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Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu is 3.7 miles from the center of Tokyo.
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The prices at Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
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Yes, Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu include:
- Single
- Twin
- Quad
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Check-in at Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu (subject to availability):
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Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu by:
- Train 10min
